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Art Streiber, an acclaimed American photographer renowned for his portraits of entertainment and sports personalities, has once again showcased his mastery with his latest series, "OMEN Choose Fun." Commissioned to capture the surreal and fantastical experiences that gamers encounter with the OMEN line of laptops and monitors, Streiber’s images transcend the ordinary, transporting viewers into a world where the boundary between reality and imagination dissolves.
The passion for gaming is intense across all ages, particularly among Gen Z, for whom the line between reality and gaming is often nonexistent. Streiber’s photography for the release of five new OMEN laptops and five new monitors goes beyond the usual desktop shoot. His images bring the otherworldly gaming reality to life, demonstrating how OMEN products create an immersive and fantastical experience for gamers.
In one image, a girl using an OMEN laptop and monitors finds herself immersed in a winter wonderland. The scene, with its ethereal snowfall and crisp, icy backdrop, encapsulates the intense and captivating nature of gaming. It portrays how the OMEN products envelop users in their own magical universe, where every gaming session is a journey through fantastical realms.
Funnily, a striking image of a woman defying gravity while gaming on an OMEN laptop, supported by tree roots, further underscores the immersive experience these products offer. This scene symbolizes the power and stability that OMEN laptops provide, allowing gamers to push the limits of their imagination and defy the constraints of reality.
In a captivating portrayal of a man playing a game with a green snake curling around him, Streiber subtly nods to the competitive edge and fearlessness that OMEN laptops instill in gamers. The man remains unfazed by the snake, a subtle nod to OMEN's competitor Razer with the green snake representing it. As much as how gamers remain focused and undeterred by challenges, thanks to the superior performance and reliability of OMEN products they can consistently enjoy their games and sessions better.
Another image depicts a man using an OMEN laptop on an iron table while defying the laws of physics and gravity. This surreal scene emphasizes the cutting-edge technology and innovation that define the OMEN brand, making it the ultimate choice for gamers who demand the best performance and an unrivaled gaming experience.
Built and designed with gamers in mind, the HP OMEN line of laptops and desktops boasts top-notch performance specifications that eliminate lag and provide a sleek, eye-catching exterior. OMEN understands what gamers want and need, delivering products that enhance their gaming adventures in every way possible.
Streiber’s photographs capture the essence of the OMEN brand, showcasing how these laptops and monitors elevate the gaming experience to new heights. By blending reality with fantasy, the images highlight the surreal and immersive adventures that OMEN products offer, making them the pulse of every gamer's daily journey into the extraordinary.
Credits
Entry Title: OMEN Choose Fun
Photographer: Art Streiber
Winning Category: Commercial Photography - Advertising
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